Tax Director (Construction)- Southeast

Moore Colson; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous time off

Hybrid work schedule

Continuing education and mentoring

Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with 1

Cell phone reimbursement

Job summary

Moore Colson is seeking a Tax Director to lead complex, client-focused engagements for construction-industry clients, delivering tax planning, consulting, and compliance services tailored to this sector.

You will mentor staff, collaborate with firm leadership to drive growth and innovation, and contribute to business development while advancing within Atlanta’s award‑winning public accounting firm.

Qualifications

• CPA licensure required
• 8+ years in public accounting with increasing responsibility
• Experience representing clients before tax authorities
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in tax software (e.g., CCH ProSystemfx) preferred

Responsibilities

• Review and approve complex tax returns for construction industry clients
• Ensure compliance with federal and state tax laws
• Lead tax research and planning initiatives
• Serve as a technical resource for staff and clients
• Supervise and mentor tax team members
• Collaborate with audit teams on large client engagements

Education

Bachelor’s in Accounting

Master’s in Taxation

CPA license

Public accounting

Tax planning

Tax compliance

Tools

CCH ProSystemfx

Job description

Ever wish you could lead at a higher level in public accounting in an environment designed for long-term success? At Moore Colson, we’re actively hiring a Tax Director to join our team, where you’ll play a critical role in shaping client outcomes while continuing to expand your impact. This role requires significant experience serving construction industry clients, including providing tax planning, consulting, and compliance services tailored to the unique challenges and opportunities within the construction sector.

You’ll serve as a trusted advisor to clients, lead complex engagements, and collaborate with firm leadership to drive growth and innovation. With opportunities to influence firm strategy, mentor and develop teams, and contribute to business development efforts, you’ll have a clear path to continue advancing within an independent firm consistently recognized as one of Atlanta’s Best Places to Work. If you’ve ever thought, “I want to do more than just manage. I want to shape the future of public accounting in a better environment,” this could be the right next step.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and approve complex tax returns for construction industry clients
• Ensure compliance with federal and state tax laws
• Lead tax research and planning initiatives
• Serve as a technical resource for staff and clients
• Supervise and mentor tax team members
• Collaborate with audit teams on large client engagements

Requirements

• CPA licenserequired
• 8+ years in public accounting with increasing responsibility
• Experiencerepresentingclients before tax authorities
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiencyin tax software (e.g., CCH ProSystemfx) preferred
• Bachelor’s in Accounting(Master’s in Taxationpreferred)

Benefits

• Generous time off: Discretionary vacation, floating holidays, wellness days, and paid holidays
• Flexible work experience: Hybrid schedule + home office equipment provided
• Career investment: Continuing education, coaching & mentoring programs
• Comprehensive benefits package: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, tuition/certification reimbursement
• Support for your life outside work: Cell phone reimbursement, business casual dress code, fitness membership discounts
• A people‑focused culture: Volunteer days, social events, and a collaborative, award‑winning workplace

At Moore Colson, we are a business based on ethics and integrity. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

To be considered for this position, candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. Moore Colson does not sponsor employment visas, including H‑1B or other work authorization.